Sabalenka Stages Dramatic Comeback to Advance in US Open

Aryna Sabalenka showcased her resilience in a thrilling quarterfinal match against Linda Noskova at the US Open, coming back from a break down in the final set to secure her spot in the semifinals.

In a gripping encounter, the world number one initially found herself trailing 2-4 in the deciding set. Reflecting on her mindset during that challenging moment, Sabalenka admitted, "I honestly thought, 'That's it, the match is over.' Probably that's what helped me to kind of feel loose and just go after my shots." With renewed focus, she fought back to win the set in a nail-biting tiebreak, ultimately finishing with a score of 7-6(7/1), 3-6, 7-6(10/7).

Sabalenka's victory marks her sixth consecutive appearance in the semifinals at the US Open, a feat previously achieved by the legendary Serena Williams from 2011 to 2016. As she aims for her third straight title at Flushing Meadows, she will face the winner of the matchup between Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro. After the match, Sabalenka praised her opponent, saying, "What a battle. What an incredible player she is. I'm speechless right now because I was pushing myself to the limit this match."

Source: www.abc.net.au